2-17-2023 11:35pm

Morristown Historical Park Celebrates 90th Anniversary

Chris Connors Editor

Morristown National Historical Park Celebrates 90 Years of Preserving America's Revolutionary War History with Rare Artifacts and Keynote Speech by Dr. Jude Pfister.

Morristown National Historical Park is about to turn 90! The park, which was the nation’s first national historical park, will formally kick off its anniversary year on March 4th at 1:00 p.m. in its museum auditorium. The event is to commemorate President Herbert Hoover’s signing of the legislation that created the park on March 2, 1933.

The celebration will begin with brief opening remarks before the keynote speaker, Dr. Jude M. Pfister, Chief of Cultural Resources, takes the stage. Dr. Pfister will discuss the park's establishment and its place in the development of today’s National Park Service. She will also highlight how the park can provide historical leadership for the future.

The public is welcome to attend the event, which will be followed by light refreshments, including a celebratory 90th anniversary cake. Visitors will also have the opportunity to see the pen used by President Hoover to create the park, which is a rare artifact rarely on display. In addition, guests will be the first to receive the park’s list of special programs occurring throughout the year.

Seats are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. The museum is located at 30 Washington Place in Morristown and will be open from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. on the day of the event.

Morristown National Historical Park occupies a unique position within the 420+ strong national park system. As the nation's first national historical park, it has played a crucial role in preserving and sharing America's history. The park features four unique sites that highlight important moments in America's Revolutionary War history.

The park's 90th anniversary celebration is sure to be a memorable event, with Dr. Pfister's keynote speech and the opportunity to see rare artifacts. If you're a history buff or just looking for a fun and educational day out, be sure to mark March 4th on your calendar and head to Morristown National Historical Park.